Question

Which is the drug used by health workers in the management of acute respiratory illness?

• A. Co - trimoxazole
• B. Chloramphenicol
• C. Benzyl penicillin
• D. Gentamycin

Answer 1

The correct option is A Co - trimoxazole

Co-trimoxazole is used to treat certain bacterial infections, such as pneumonia, bronchitis and infections of the urinary tract, ears, and intestines. It also is used to treat travelers' diarrhea. Co-trimoxazole is a combination of trimethoprim and sulfamethoxazole and is in a class of medications called sulfonamides. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria.

Therefore, the correct answer is option A.